CONNECT with the CityReady, Set, Grow San Diego
The City of San Diego Urban Forestry Program was awarded a $10 million grant from the Forest Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of the Inflation Reduction Act for a five-year tree planting program.
Ready, Set, Grow San Diego will focus on planting and protecting trees in underserved areas, while engaging local residents in the process through community meetings and partnerships. The project will empower community members with the knowledge and skills they need to care for and improve their neighborhoods through tree stewardship programs. The latest official information about this project will be available on this page or the City's website.
PROJECT AREAS
This project will plant trees in specific census tracts of:
- City Heights
- Encanto
- Linda Vista
- Oak Park
- Otay Mesa-Nestor
- Skyline-Paradise Hills
PROJECT MAP
PROJECT SCOPE
Plant over 5,000 new trees in disadvantaged communities.
Protect 600 existing trees through sidewalk repairs.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The City of San Diego will provide water establishment for the first 3 years and tree maintenance.
New planting strips and tree wells may be installed in previously paved parkway areas.
Transportation Department arborist will select and plant approved tree species with community input.
Planting sites will be evaluated for underground utility conflicts that may prevent tree planting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often will trees be watered?
Trees planted through Ready, Set, Grow will be watered once a week for the first year after planting, once every two weeks for the second year after planting, and once a month for the third year after planting. If it rains significantly during the first three years, the trees may not need watering during the regular tree watering schedule.
Who is responsible for maintaining the tree after three years?
Trees planted through Ready, Set, Grow San Diego will be maintained by the City’s Urban Forestry Program. Please report any street tree issues through the Get It Done application.
How are trees selected to be planted near private property?
A Transportation Department arborist, with community input, selected the species of tree from an approved list of tree species best suited for the planting space available. View the species list for Ready, Set, Grow San Diego.
Can I select the tree that will be planted near my property?
Please use the webform below and a member of the City’s Urban Forestry Program will contact you regarding the tree selection process.
Funding for this project is provided by the Inflation Reduction Act and the USDA Forest Service, Urban and Community Forestry Program. The USDA and The City of San Diego are equal opportunity providers.
To request a tree, please complete the form below.
Items marked with an asterisk ( * ) are required.
REPORT AN ISSUE
Residents can report problems regarding street trees through the City’s Get It Done application. All requests are evaluated, and it is determined if corrective tree work is needed by a Transportation Department arborist.